Health Practitioner Research Scheme 2017-18 funding round for new researchers Catherine Stephens, A/Chief Allied Health Officer Belle Morris, Senior Workforce Officer
Welcome • Please mute your site • All documents including this presentation are available online (https://www.health.qld.gov.au/hpresearch/ html/grants.asp)
Introduction • Funds come from HP EB Agreement • $400,000 in total per year • $200,000 allocated to new researchers (previously called “novice”) – 1 year projects (Maximum of $30,000 per project) • $200,000 for experienced researchers (1 or 2 year projects)
New researcher “ A new researcher must meet all of the following criteria: • The individual has not been named Chief Investigator of any research project published in a recognised scientific journal, with the exception of papers completed as part of an Honours degree. • The individual has not been named Associate Investigator for five (5) or more projects (completed and/or current). • The individual must not have attained, but may be in the process of completing, a higher degree by research (including MPhil, PhD or professional doctorate).“ Section 5.1.1, Health Practitioner Research Scheme 2016-17 Funding Round Application Guidelines
Target area for funding • Funding for service delivery and workforce models that improve patient access to care and health outcomes • No funding to evaluate clinical interventions / assessment techniques / equipment testing; systematic reviews; or development of tools
Examples Investigating: • Telehealth clinical service model for hand therapy • Telepractice model for the clinical assessment of adult dysphagia • allied health expanded scope access pathway and health outcomes for people with persistent pain
Examples Cont. - Expanding scope for allied health assistants: the validity and reliability of AHA involvement in mealtime screening of inpatients with dysphagia - Evaluation of pharmacist prescribing in a GEM setting
Process • Expressions of interest close 25 October 2016 at 5:00pm sharp • PDF must be complete including all signatures • You will not be advised if it is noted your application is incomplete so ensure to check it • Applications reviewed by Peer Review Panel and results endorsed by HPRAG • “New Researcher” outcomes early December • “Experienced Researcher” outcomes March 2017
Section 1: project team • Team members should be relevant to the project • Indicate whether each team member is a new or experienced researcher • New Researcher applications require a mentor – if mentor is an Associate Investigator as well, please write name in both sections
Section 2: project details • Lots of tick boxes, so please read carefully! • Some require a tick (e.g. confirm your project meets the priorities) • Some are optional (e.g. indicate if the project is multi-profession, multi-site, etc.) • Includes ethics section – take note!
Section 3: research outline • Now a MAXIMUM of three pages long (10 pt font, single line spacing) • Each section has specific instructions on what type of information should be included
Section 3: research outline • Examples of what has been done well in the past: - Introduction uses workplace scenarios and supporting literature to justify need - Clear research question (or two) - Appropriate research methodology which links to the budget
Section 3: research outline - Details of the planned statistical analysis, sample sizes, etc. - Project timeline clearly described - Role of each team member clear (including research assistants, other consultants, etc.) - Dissemination well thought out and includes implementation strategy
Section 4: reference list • List of references for supporting documentation for your project – this section is NOT referees for you as a researcher
Section 5: budget • All items to be justified • Can include backfill for the CI • Now includes contact information for CFO – required for funding transfers AHPOQ HAS NO CAPACITY TO ROLL OVER FUNDS
Section 6: Suitability of project team • Provide details of relevant experience (clinical and research) • Individuals may not necessarily have experience in both sections • Used to assess the feasibility of the project
Section 7 & 8: CVs • Required for CI (and mentor for new researchers) • It is expected that most new researchers will have minimal information
Section 9: Certification • Signatures required from: - entire project team - Head of Department - Director of Allied Health (or equivalent) – this is a position title, not the director of an allied health profession in your facility… Don’t leave it until the last minute!!! Contact their office to find out availability for signing!
If you’re successful… • Letter notifying you of application outcomes • Statement acknowledging by acceptance of the funds you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of funding
Reporting • Must provide copy of ethics & SSA letters • Progress reports due February 2018/ September 2018 • Final report due on project completion • Follow up reports on publication / presentations • Failure to submit reports may result in the CI (and Mentor) being ineligible for funding from the HPRS in the future
Contact Belle Morris, HP Research Scheme Coordinator on 3328 9304 or via email HP-Research@health.qld.gov.au
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